Try a new travel way

BICYCLE Network is gearing up to launch its free “Pedal Power” e-bike trial sessions during Tasmanian Bike Week, to held in the first week of March.

“We held two electric bicycle expos in Hobart last year and got an overwhelmingly positive response from people who tried an e-bike for the first time,” Tasmanian spokesperson Alison Hetherington said.

“We’re encouraging people to try an e-bike because they have the potential to get older riders back on a bike and are a viable transport option for all people whose trips are 15 kilometres and under.

“Thanks to the generosity of some of our members, we have a couple of e-bikes available for people to go on a ride with a volunteer e-bike rider in our Pedal Power sessions.

“To book in for a session, visit www.bicycleneworktasmania.com.au and fill out your details.”

There will also be several bike rides offered during Bike Week, including the popular Women on Wheels ride on Sunday 3 March, which is moving to Ranelagh after a few years rolling out of Howrah.

Women on Wheels is for female riders who would like to get a taste of a longer ride, with a few challenges thrown in, with the company of a group.